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M485 ECS

1994 BMW 7 Series

Silver Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,426 mi
Last recorded145,426 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2009
Typical for 1994 BMW 7 Series137,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM485 ECS
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2009 145,426 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 145,426 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 143,392 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 140,698 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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M485 ECS is a 1994 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 137,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M485 ECS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 32 years old, this BMW 7 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M485 ECS registered?

M485 ECS is a 1994 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M485 ECS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M485 ECS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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